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Psychedelic integration: how to make the most of your trip

The lessons you learn on a psychedelic trip can be life-changing, but how do you make sure they stick?

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How to take a heroic dose of mushrooms

‘It will show you what you need, not what you want’: macrodoses of psilocybin have been associated with lessened anxiety and a more positive outlook on life – but how do you do it safely?

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Australia is legalising mushrooms and MDMA for medical use

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So you want to take DMT and meet God?

Psychedelics are known as tools for self-discovery and spiritual awakening, but they’re not for everyone. We asked experts how to embark on intense trips as safely as possible

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Jan 13, 2023

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Could adaptogens like ashwagandha help beat my perma-tiredness?

Adaptogens including ashwagandha and lion’s mane mushroom are the latest viral wellness supplements circulating on TikTok – but do they actually work?

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Nov 28, 2022

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Sensuality, psychedelia, and spells: exploring the history of plant magic

Plant Magick by Jessica Hundley is a visual journey through our relationship with plants and flowers, from its ancient roots to modern-day witchcraft

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How to find and pick magic mushrooms

Magic mushrooms like the liberty cap are pretty much everywhere right now, so we asked the experts how you can pick them as safely as possible

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Nov 09, 2022

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So you want to start microdosing mushrooms?

Microdosing is having a moment – here’s how to do it safely as possible

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Aug 01, 2022

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Are magic mushrooms the future of mental health care? Two experts weigh in

A recent study suggests psilocybin may treat depression more effectively than conventional medicines – but what would treatment look like, and how close are we to getting psychedelics on the NHS?

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Apr 28, 2022

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Musicians are making sounds geared towards your trips

Altered state experimentation is on the rise amid chaotic times, and more producers are drawing from the natural world and its hallucinogenic sounds – Jon Hopkins, Etch, and more talk about matching psychs to sonics

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Jan 01, 2022

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Gen Z turned to psychedelics rather than alcohol during lockdown

A new study reveals how drug use changed among college students in the US as they navigated life during the pandemic

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Sep 21, 2021

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The women psychonauts taking on macho magic mushroom culture, and winning

With the psychedelic renaissance in full swing, Dazed meets the women pushing ‘subversive tripping’ by exploring issues like body positivity and the patriarchy

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Jul 02, 2021

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Psilocybin is as effective in treating depression as antidepressants

A recent Imperial College London study found that psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, has similar benefits to traditional antidepressants

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Jun 07, 2021

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Why is the runway so trippy right now?

A side effect of lockdown, a psychedelic renaissance, or just a sign of the times? We explore why hallucinogenic looks are hot right now

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Apr 08, 2021

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Why one in five young people have microdosed through lockdown

Londoners were among the highest percentage of people taking very small amounts of psychedelics over lockdown, to help mentally cope with the pandemic and financial worries, as well as to feel more creative

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